Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phonet
noun
/ˈfəʊnɪt/
Definition
A phonetic representation or symbol used to denote a sound in a particular language.
Examples
- The term ‘phonetic transcription’ is often used in language studies.
- Phonets are vital for understanding pronunciation in different languages.
- In the study of phonetics, a phonet might represent a distinct sound in a given language.
Meaning
In linguistics, phonet refers to a sound unit that is produced by the human vocal apparatus.
Synonyms
- phoneme
- sound unit
- articulatory sound
